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searching

/ˈsɜɹt͡ʃɪŋ/ adjectif A2
  1. Thorough.
  2. Looking over closely; penetrating; severe. · a searching gaze; searching criticism
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I observed that as he stepped out he gave a most searching glance to right and left, and at every subsequent street corner he took the utmost pains to assure that he was not followed.
The Return of Sherlock Holmes, p. 16 · C1
“Ah, sir,” said Caderousse with a sigh, “it is easy to perceive I am not a rich man; but in this world a man does not thrive the better for being honest.” The abbé fixed on him a searching, penetrating glance.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 284 · C1
There was a brief silence, during which the fixed, searching eye of the abbé was employed in scrutinizing the agitated features of the innkeeper.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 286 · C1
A HUNTER, not very bold, was searching for the tracks of a Lion.
Three Hundred Aesop's Fables, p. 47 · B2

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